Candidate for Colorado Treasurer in 2018 Colorado 2018 General Election.
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Get StartedIt is imperative we recognize that the best way to sustain PERA is by getting more money into the market and letting these market returns pay the benefits vs. relying on only contributions to accomplish that. The same way any retirement plan works. We must do this while also increasing contributions and/or decreasing future benefits in order to play catch up. Learn more
In addition, we should consider implementing a committee similar to the JBC (Joint Budget Committee) that specifically focuses on PERA, and make sure the PERA Board is comprised of people with considerable financial investment experience. Learn more
We need to ensure that there is a proper asset allocation of PERA, to protect and grow what we have within conservative means. We should also make sure that a portion of these assets are being invested in Colorado, to create more jobs, opportunity, and growth for Colorado citizens. Learn more
Reduce or freeze cost of living adjustments while extreme unfunded liability issues are being corrected. Learn more
We need to implement solid financial training for State Legislators, so they have a better understanding of what their political actions/decisions have on the people of Colorado. Learn more
It is imperative we recognize that the best way to sustain PERA is by getting more money into the market and letting these market returns pay the benefits vs. relying on only contributions to accomplish that. The same way any retirement plan works. We must do this while also increasing contributions and/or decreasing future benefits in order to play catch up. Learn more
We need to ensure that there is a proper asset allocation of PERA, to protect and grow what we have within conservative means. We should also make sure that a portion of these assets are being invested in Colorado, to create more jobs, opportunity, and growth for Colorado citizens. Learn more
Raise the retirement age, at least to match that of social security. Learn more
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